Central Chapter of INPS welcomes you to our talk about PHENOLOGY!!
This presentation introduces the fascinating world of phenology, the study of nature’s rhythms, and how timing influences everything from plant blooming to animal migrations. We’ll explore the role of phenology in tracking climate change, its impact on ecosystems, and the ways we can observe and record these natural events. You’ll learn how tools like Nature’s Notebook and iNaturalist allow everyday people to contribute to citizen science and help scientists monitor environmental changes. Join us to discover how you can track the timing of native plants’ life cycle events and deepen your understanding of the natural world.
Amanda Wanlass is a certified local phenology leader and executive director of Indiana Phenology, a statewide nonprofit that engages people of all ages in documenting the seasonal cycles of plants in Indiana. In addition to leading Indiana Phenology, she serves as an Herbarium Assistant at Butler University's Friesner Herbarium. Amanda holds Master’s degrees in Environmental Science and Public Affairs from Indiana University. She enjoys reading, learning new things, spending time in nature, and playing board games.
